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May 19, 2023 by Dave Bonta

An American redstart calling from the top of the nearest walnut sounds so insistent, but about what? I’m here! This is my tree! Or maybe just: Good morning!

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Categories Plummer's Hollow Tags American redstart, black walnut
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